I’m writing this message on Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day will be right around the corner when this issue of Claims Canada hits the streets. I’m blessed and lucky to have two beautiful, intelligent and successful daughters who always spoil…

More than 150 delegates attended the roasting of Malcolm “Mac” Ross on Mar. 31. After 42 years working in the insurance industry in Ottawa, Mac, who “didn’t think I’d ever want to be roasted,” had the honour of being the…

Preparing for the Inevitable; As Haiti and Chile begin the slow rebuilding process after earthquakes rocked each of the two countries, it's time for the Canadian insurance industry to take a closer look at its preparedness measures for when an...

The Honourable Order of the Blue Goose International, Ontario Pond held its 10th Annual Scotch Nosing at the Rosewater Room in Toronto on Apr. 8. More than 150 guests attended the sold-out event. They were treated to a four-course meal…

At Cormier Adjusting Limited a familial environment means everybody is free to offer insight on how the company advances and grows.

WICC Ontario held its 14th annual gala dinner, Dream in Colour, on Apr. 14, 2010 at The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel in Toronto. WICC dinner cochair and evening emcee Michael Butler introduced WICC co-chair Carolyn Horan, who presented Rick Perciante,…

A recent win for insurers on CGL coverage provides clear meaning on property damage.

QA Adjusting Company celebrated its 10th anniversary on Apr. 22 at the Saint Bonifice Golf & Country Club in Winnipeg. Staff, former staff, clients, competitors and supports all gathered for a cocktail reception to honour the company’s successes. A great…

Have you ever suspected the plaintiff is exaggerating their disability or been suspicious the claimant might be malingering? Have you considered placing them under surveillance? If so, you may want to keep in mind the Personal Information Protection and Electronic…

Mixing an opportunity to network with industry friends and the chance to raise funds for Women In Cancer Crusade, the Risk Management Counsel of Canada hosted Secrets to Great Style. Guest speaker Sarah Richardson, host of Sarah’s House on HGTV,…

A retired adjuster in British Columbia offers up a reminder, along with some tips, on why having an up-to-date catastrophe plan is essential. Every time I see a catastrophe on television — flood, fire, windstorm or earthquake — my mind…

The 2010 Ontario Insurance Adjusters Association Out of Town Conference was held May 13 and 14 in Hamilton, Ont. The two-day Hollywood Hits Hamilton event included a trade show, seminars, a Hollywood Premiere Party, red carpet cocktails and a formal…